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Christmas Tree Recycling in New Orleans, LA

Last Season, 2025–26Last checked Oct 20, 2026

Curbside pickup last season.

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No Drop-off Sites Listed

The city's page does not list drop-off sites. Curbside pickup is listed instead.

Curbside Pickup

Residents request pickup by calling 311 using the Christmas Tree service request (Dec. 26 through Jan. 4), then place trees on the curb by 5 a.m. on their regular garbage collection day (Jan. 5 through Jan. 9). A recycling truck follows the regular garbage truck.

New Orleans offers Christmas tree recycling this season, so your tree can be collected and recycled instead of thrown away. Trees are picked up at the curb, so you do not need to haul yours to a site. Pickup follows your regular garbage collection day, so set your tree out on that day.

How Christmas Tree Pickup Works in New Orleans

Curbside collection is available, so the city picks up trees from the curb. You must first request pickup through the city's service line during the request period. Once your request is made, place your tree on the curb on your regular garbage collection day. A recycling truck follows the regular garbage truck to collect the trees.

How to Get Your Tree Ready

  • Trees cannot be flocked or have remnants of tinsel.
  • All ornamentation, lighting, and tree stand bases must be removed before recycling pick up.

Frequently Asked Questions

When Can I Recycle My Christmas Tree in New Orleans?

Residents request pickup by calling 311 using the Christmas Tree service request (Dec. 26 through Jan. 4), then place trees on the curb by 5 a.m. on their regular garbage collection day (Jan. 5 through Jan. 9). A recycling truck follows the regular garbage truck.

Does New Orleans Pick Up Christmas Trees at the Curb?

Yes, New Orleans picks up trees at the curb. Residents request pickup by calling 311 using the Christmas Tree service request (Dec. 26 through Jan. 4), then place trees on the curb by 5 a.m. on their regular garbage collection day (Jan. 5 through Jan. 9). A recycling truck follows the regular garbage truck.

Do I Need to Remove Decorations and the Stand?

All ornamentation, lighting, and tree stand bases must be removed before recycling pick up. Trees cannot be flocked or have remnants of tinsel.

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